2008 Saturn Aura for sale
None for sale by us right now: rent one for a week first, or ask us to find one. Rated 8.7 to 11.8 L/100 km combined (EPA). 4 NHTSA recall campaigns.
- For sale by us
- 0
- Combined
- 8.7 to 11.8 L/100 km
- Recalls
- 4
For sale
We do not have a 2008 Saturn Aura for sale right now. We are a rental company: rent one for a week to try it, or tell us what you want and we look for one for you.
2008 Saturn Aura specs
| Spec | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.4L 4-cylinder hybrid | 2.4L 4-cylinder | 3.5L 6-cylinder | 3.6L 6-cylinder |
| Drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive | Front-wheel drive |
| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Fuel | Hybrid (gas) | Regular gas | Regular gas | Regular gas |
| City | 9.8 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 13.1 L/100 km | 13.8 L/100 km |
| Highway | 7.4 L/100 km | 7.8 L/100 km | 8.1 L/100 km | 9.0 L/100 km |
| Combined | 8.7 L/100 km | 9.4 L/100 km | 10.7 L/100 km | 11.8 L/100 km |
| CO₂ | 205 g/km | 221 g/km | 251 g/km | 276 g/km |
| Cost to drive 100 km | $13.49 | $14.57 | $16.59 | $18.29 |
2008 Saturn Aura: every figure
| Figure | Powertrain 1 | Powertrain 2 | Powertrain 3 | Powertrain 4 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.4 L | 3.5 L | 3.6 L |
| Cylinders | 4 | 4 | 6 | 6 |
| MPG city (US) | 24 | 22 | 18 | 17 |
| MPG highway (US) | 32 | 30 | 29 | 26 |
| MPG combined (US) | 27 | 25 | 22 | 20 |
| MPG combined (Imperial) (converted from the US figure) | 32 | 30 | 26 | 24 |
| Luggage volume (litres converted from EPA's cubic feet) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) | 453 L (16 cu ft) |
| Fuel cost a year (EPA) (EPA: 15,000 miles at its fuel prices) | US$2,500 | US$2,700 | US$3,050 | US$3,350 |
| Fuel cost for 20,000 km (at $1.55 a litre) | $2,698 | $2,914 | $3,318 | $3,658 |
Sources: fuel use, MPG, CO2, electric range, battery, charge time, luggage volume and the annual fuel cost are the US EPA's (fueleconomy.gov). Imperial MPG, litres, inches and pounds are converted from those figures. Figures no free source publishes for this car (power, torque, acceleration, top speed, fuel tank, towing) are left out.
What to check when buying the 2008 Saturn Aura
- NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Ask the seller for proof each one was fixed; a dealer can check it by the VIN.
- Owners filed 434 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train (129), steering (113) and electrical system (93). Have those parts checked before you buy.
| Campaign | Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14V252000 | 2014-05-14 | electronic stability control (esc) | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2012 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured May 16, 2003, through October 11, 2012, 2004-2007 Malibu Maxx vehicles manufactured June 25, 2003, through April 5, 2007, 2005-2010 Pontiac G6 vehicles manufactured May 26, 2004, through January 4, 2010, and... |
| 14V224000 | 2014-04-30 | power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:floor shift | General Motors LLC (GM) notified the agency on April 29, 2014, that they are recalling 56,214 model year 2007 and 2008 Saturn Aura vehicles. On May 22, 2014, GM increased the recall to include an additional 1,074,899 model year 2004-2008 Chevrolet Malibu vehicles manufactured from May 16, 2003, through October 5,... |
| 14V153000 | 2014-03-31 | steering:electric power assist system | General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2004-2006 and 2008-2009 Chevrolet Malibu, 2004-2006 Malibu Maxx, 2009-2010 HHR (non-turbo), 2010 Cobalt, 2008-2009 Saturn Aura and 2004-2007 Ion, and 2005-2009 Pontiac G6. In the affected vehicles, there may be a sudden loss of electric power steering (EPS)... |
| 12V460000 | 2012-09-18 | power train:automatic transmission:gear position indication (prndl) | General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 Saturn Aura and model year 2008-2010 Chevrolet Malibu and Pontiac G6 vehicles, equipped with a 4-speed automatic transmission. On these vehicles, the tabs on the transmission shift cable end may fracture and separate. |
Source: NHTSA (US) recall campaigns and owner complaints for this model year.
The 2008 Saturn Aura: before you buy
We are a rental company, not a dealer, so there is no 2008 Saturn Aura for sale by us right now. The 2008 Saturn Aura for buyers: what the numbers say, what to check, how to try it.
Before you sign for the Aura
A private seller in Ontario must give you a Used Vehicle Information Package. Owners filed 434 complaints with NHTSA, most often about power train, steering and electrical system; have those parts checked. NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model; ask the seller for proof each one was fixed. Ask the seller for the service records of this exact car.
Under the hood
The 2.4L 4-cylinder hybrid with front-wheel drive is the powertrain to look at. It is a hybrid: the battery charges itself as you drive and brake, so there is nothing to plug in. With front-wheel drive, the weight of the engine sits over the driven wheels, which helps in winter.
A combined rating of 8.7 L/100 km works out to about 26 litres per 300 km. Per 100 km, plan on roughly $13.49. EPA puts its fuel cost at US$2,500 a year for 15,000 miles at US prices.
Who rents the Aura
It suits stop-and-go driving and rideshare or delivery work. It suits people curious about the model who want to drive it before they buy.
Space and size
A car body like this keeps the weight low, so it feels settled on the highway. Luggage space is 453 litres, enough for a family's bags for a long weekend.
Drive it on your own roads
Load it with your things and park it where you park; then decide. If it is in our fleet, rent it; if not, a similar car gives you a feel for the class. Nothing is charged until we confirm the rental and you approve the offer.
Choosing the right one
Write down the VIN of any car you consider; it unlocks the recall and service history. Set a budget that includes tax, licensing, insurance and the first set of tires. Decide what matters most first: fuel use, space, or the price you can pay.
The cost of driving it
Tires, brakes and batteries are the regular costs to budget for beyond fuel. Ask what a set of tires costs for this trim; sizes and prices vary. A pre-purchase inspection is a small cost next to the price of the car.
Next step
Ask about renting first, and buy with a clear head.
Rent it for a week before you buy
A week of your own driving tells you more than a test drive: the commute, the parking, the fuel. Rent a 2008 Saturn Aura from us first.
Find me this car
Tell us your budget and when you want to buy; we look for a 2008 Saturn Aura for you and reply within one business day.
Buying the 2008 Saturn Aura
Does CarmaCars sell the 2008 Saturn Aura?
Not right now. CarmaCars rents cars; it sells one only now and then. Tell us what you want and we look for one, or rent one for a week first.
Can I rent a 2008 Saturn Aura before I buy one?
Yes. Request it for a week (or longer, up to 365 days) and drive it as your own; nothing is charged until we confirm and you approve.
Does the 2008 Saturn Aura have recalls?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for it, in the table on this page. Ask for proof each was fixed.
What does the 2008 Saturn Aura cost in fuel a year?
EPA puts it at US$2,500 a year for 15,000 miles at its fuel prices; at our price setting, 20,000 km cost about $2698.00.
Where do the figures come from?
Fuel use and fuel cost from the US EPA (fueleconomy.gov), dimensions and weight from NHTSA vPIC Canadian specifications, recalls and complaints from NHTSA. We leave out any figure no free source publishes.